Join the Columbus Fire Department<\/strong><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/www.columbus.in.gov\/fire\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/04\/axe.png\" "\\"axe\\"")
<\/span><\/div>CFD employs 95 sworn firefighters and 2 civilian employees<\/strong><\/h3>\nJoin our team and receive a competitive salary and benefits.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/www.columbus.in.gov\/fire\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/04\/ems.png\" "\\"ems\\"")
<\/span><\/div>Continue your Education<\/strong><\/h3>\nCFD offers stipends for college credit, HazMat training, paramedic certification, and more.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/www.columbus.in.gov\/fire\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/04\/helmet.png\" "\\"helmet\\"")
<\/span><\/div>State-of-the-art Training<\/strong><\/h3>\nColumbus is home to the Evolution Public Safety Training Center, a world-class training facility.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Requirements for Employment<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThe following are requirements to become a Firefighter with the Columbus Fire Department:<\/p>\n
\n- Must be a United States Citizen;<\/li>\n
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent;<\/li>\n
- Must have a valid Driver\u2019s License;<\/li>\n
- Must successfully complete all phases of the hiring process to be considered for employment<\/li>\n
- Must be at least 18 years old and not older than 40 years old when sworn-in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Hiring Process<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThe Columbus Fire Department (CFD) is continually seeking qualified applicants for the position of firefighter. CFD offers a challenging and rewarding career and opportunities to serve the community in a variety of ways. The Department has a tradition of strict hiring standards, extensive training, state of the art equipment and technology, and professionalism.<\/p>\n
Our hiring process is a competitive process and is generally conducted annually. Applicants compete against each other in terms of qualifications and performance in the various phases of the hiring process. While not required, a college education, paramedic certification, previous firefighting experience, and\/or military service may improve an applicant\u2019s standing. Those applicants who pass all phases of the hiring process are placed on an eligibility list for future openings. CFD\u2019s hiring process and benefit package are described below.<\/p>\n
The hiring process includes, but is not limited to, the following:<\/p>\n
\n- Written aptitude test;<\/li>\n
- Physical agility testing (CPAT card active within last 12 months, active card must be presented at written test)<\/li>\n
- Mile and a half run (before contingent offer of employment)<\/li>\n
- 100\u2019 ladder climb (before contingent offer of employment)<\/li>\n
- Multiple Interviews<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
After an offer of employment is extended, the following will be completed:<\/p>\n
\n- Thorough background investigation<\/li>\n
- Psychological evaluation<\/li>\n
- Medical Evaluation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div>CFD employs 95 sworn firefighters and 2 civilian employees<\/strong><\/h3>\nJoin our team and receive a competitive salary and benefits.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div>Continue your Education<\/strong><\/h3>\nCFD offers stipends for college credit, HazMat training, paramedic certification, and more.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div>State-of-the-art Training<\/strong><\/h3>\nColumbus is home to the Evolution Public Safety Training Center, a world-class training facility.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Requirements for Employment<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThe following are requirements to become a Firefighter with the Columbus Fire Department:<\/p>\n
\n- Must be a United States Citizen;<\/li>\n
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent;<\/li>\n
- Must have a valid Driver\u2019s License;<\/li>\n
- Must successfully complete all phases of the hiring process to be considered for employment<\/li>\n
- Must be at least 18 years old and not older than 40 years old when sworn-in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Hiring Process<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThe Columbus Fire Department (CFD) is continually seeking qualified applicants for the position of firefighter. CFD offers a challenging and rewarding career and opportunities to serve the community in a variety of ways. The Department has a tradition of strict hiring standards, extensive training, state of the art equipment and technology, and professionalism.<\/p>\n
Our hiring process is a competitive process and is generally conducted annually. Applicants compete against each other in terms of qualifications and performance in the various phases of the hiring process. While not required, a college education, paramedic certification, previous firefighting experience, and\/or military service may improve an applicant\u2019s standing. Those applicants who pass all phases of the hiring process are placed on an eligibility list for future openings. CFD\u2019s hiring process and benefit package are described below.<\/p>\n
The hiring process includes, but is not limited to, the following:<\/p>\n
\n- Written aptitude test;<\/li>\n
- Physical agility testing (CPAT card active within last 12 months, active card must be presented at written test)<\/li>\n
- Mile and a half run (before contingent offer of employment)<\/li>\n
- 100\u2019 ladder climb (before contingent offer of employment)<\/li>\n
- Multiple Interviews<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
After an offer of employment is extended, the following will be completed:<\/p>\n
\n- Thorough background investigation<\/li>\n
- Psychological evaluation<\/li>\n
- Medical Evaluation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div>Continue your Education<\/strong><\/h3>\nCFD offers stipends for college credit, HazMat training, paramedic certification, and more.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div>State-of-the-art Training<\/strong><\/h3>\nColumbus is home to the Evolution Public Safety Training Center, a world-class training facility.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Requirements for Employment<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThe following are requirements to become a Firefighter with the Columbus Fire Department:<\/p>\n
\n- Must be a United States Citizen;<\/li>\n
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent;<\/li>\n
- Must have a valid Driver\u2019s License;<\/li>\n
- Must successfully complete all phases of the hiring process to be considered for employment<\/li>\n
- Must be at least 18 years old and not older than 40 years old when sworn-in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Hiring Process<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThe Columbus Fire Department (CFD) is continually seeking qualified applicants for the position of firefighter. CFD offers a challenging and rewarding career and opportunities to serve the community in a variety of ways. The Department has a tradition of strict hiring standards, extensive training, state of the art equipment and technology, and professionalism.<\/p>\n
Our hiring process is a competitive process and is generally conducted annually. Applicants compete against each other in terms of qualifications and performance in the various phases of the hiring process. While not required, a college education, paramedic certification, previous firefighting experience, and\/or military service may improve an applicant\u2019s standing. Those applicants who pass all phases of the hiring process are placed on an eligibility list for future openings. CFD\u2019s hiring process and benefit package are described below.<\/p>\n
The hiring process includes, but is not limited to, the following:<\/p>\n
\n- Written aptitude test;<\/li>\n
- Physical agility testing (CPAT card active within last 12 months, active card must be presented at written test)<\/li>\n
- Mile and a half run (before contingent offer of employment)<\/li>\n
- 100\u2019 ladder climb (before contingent offer of employment)<\/li>\n
- Multiple Interviews<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
After an offer of employment is extended, the following will be completed:<\/p>\n
\n- Thorough background investigation<\/li>\n
- Psychological evaluation<\/li>\n
- Medical Evaluation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div>State-of-the-art Training<\/strong><\/h3>\nColumbus is home to the Evolution Public Safety Training Center, a world-class training facility.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Requirements for Employment<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThe following are requirements to become a Firefighter with the Columbus Fire Department:<\/p>\n
\n- Must be a United States Citizen;<\/li>\n
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent;<\/li>\n
- Must have a valid Driver\u2019s License;<\/li>\n
- Must successfully complete all phases of the hiring process to be considered for employment<\/li>\n
- Must be at least 18 years old and not older than 40 years old when sworn-in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Hiring Process<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThe Columbus Fire Department (CFD) is continually seeking qualified applicants for the position of firefighter. CFD offers a challenging and rewarding career and opportunities to serve the community in a variety of ways. The Department has a tradition of strict hiring standards, extensive training, state of the art equipment and technology, and professionalism.<\/p>\n
Our hiring process is a competitive process and is generally conducted annually. Applicants compete against each other in terms of qualifications and performance in the various phases of the hiring process. While not required, a college education, paramedic certification, previous firefighting experience, and\/or military service may improve an applicant\u2019s standing. Those applicants who pass all phases of the hiring process are placed on an eligibility list for future openings. CFD\u2019s hiring process and benefit package are described below.<\/p>\n
The hiring process includes, but is not limited to, the following:<\/p>\n
\n- Written aptitude test;<\/li>\n
- Physical agility testing (CPAT card active within last 12 months, active card must be presented at written test)<\/li>\n
- Mile and a half run (before contingent offer of employment)<\/li>\n
- 100\u2019 ladder climb (before contingent offer of employment)<\/li>\n
- Multiple Interviews<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
After an offer of employment is extended, the following will be completed:<\/p>\n
\n- Thorough background investigation<\/li>\n
- Psychological evaluation<\/li>\n
- Medical Evaluation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Requirements for Employment<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThe following are requirements to become a Firefighter with the Columbus Fire Department:<\/p>\n
\n- Must be a United States Citizen;<\/li>\n
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent;<\/li>\n
- Must have a valid Driver\u2019s License;<\/li>\n
- Must successfully complete all phases of the hiring process to be considered for employment<\/li>\n
- Must be at least 18 years old and not older than 40 years old when sworn-in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Hiring Process<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThe Columbus Fire Department (CFD) is continually seeking qualified applicants for the position of firefighter. CFD offers a challenging and rewarding career and opportunities to serve the community in a variety of ways. The Department has a tradition of strict hiring standards, extensive training, state of the art equipment and technology, and professionalism.<\/p>\n
Our hiring process is a competitive process and is generally conducted annually. Applicants compete against each other in terms of qualifications and performance in the various phases of the hiring process. While not required, a college education, paramedic certification, previous firefighting experience, and\/or military service may improve an applicant\u2019s standing. Those applicants who pass all phases of the hiring process are placed on an eligibility list for future openings. CFD\u2019s hiring process and benefit package are described below.<\/p>\n
The hiring process includes, but is not limited to, the following:<\/p>\n
\n- Written aptitude test;<\/li>\n
- Physical agility testing (CPAT card active within last 12 months, active card must be presented at written test)<\/li>\n
- Mile and a half run (before contingent offer of employment)<\/li>\n
- 100\u2019 ladder climb (before contingent offer of employment)<\/li>\n
- Multiple Interviews<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
After an offer of employment is extended, the following will be completed:<\/p>\n
\n- Thorough background investigation<\/li>\n
- Psychological evaluation<\/li>\n
- Medical Evaluation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
The following are requirements to become a Firefighter with the Columbus Fire Department:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Must be a United States Citizen;<\/li>\n
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent;<\/li>\n
- Must have a valid Driver\u2019s License;<\/li>\n
- Must successfully complete all phases of the hiring process to be considered for employment<\/li>\n
- Must be at least 18 years old and not older than 40 years old when sworn-in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Hiring Process<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
\nThe Columbus Fire Department (CFD) is continually seeking qualified applicants for the position of firefighter. CFD offers a challenging and rewarding career and opportunities to serve the community in a variety of ways. The Department has a tradition of strict hiring standards, extensive training, state of the art equipment and technology, and professionalism.<\/p>\n
Our hiring process is a competitive process and is generally conducted annually. Applicants compete against each other in terms of qualifications and performance in the various phases of the hiring process. While not required, a college education, paramedic certification, previous firefighting experience, and\/or military service may improve an applicant\u2019s standing. Those applicants who pass all phases of the hiring process are placed on an eligibility list for future openings. CFD\u2019s hiring process and benefit package are described below.<\/p>\n
The hiring process includes, but is not limited to, the following:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Written aptitude test;<\/li>\n
- Physical agility testing (CPAT card active within last 12 months, active card must be presented at written test)<\/li>\n
- Mile and a half run (before contingent offer of employment)<\/li>\n
- 100\u2019 ladder climb (before contingent offer of employment)<\/li>\n
- Multiple Interviews<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
After an offer of employment is extended, the following will be completed:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Thorough background investigation<\/li>\n
- Psychological evaluation<\/li>\n
- Medical Evaluation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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